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Individual and Family Memberships

The OEC is an incorporated not-for-profit organisation. As a community-managed, volunteer-run facility your membership payment provides crucial funds to support our purpose:

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“To deliver an ongoing program that fosters and showcases Wood Design, Visual Arts and Performing Arts to Orbost, surrounding communities and visitors to the Far East Gippsland area.”

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Any person who supports our purpose is eligible to complete a membership application form*. Payment of the membership fee is required upon application.

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All members have the right to:

  • Vote at general meetings,

  • Receive notice of general meeting and special resolutions in timeframes set by the Model Rules,

  • Submit agenda items for general meetings,

  • Attend and be heard at general meetings,

  • Have access to the minutes of general meetings and other related documents,

  • Inspect the register of members.​​

Refer to “Model rules for an incorporated association” for more information.

There are two annual membership options for individuals and families:

Patron Members

 

In addition to the rights set out by the model rules, PATRON MEMBERS receive:

  • Information about events, exhibitions, performances and workshops happening at the Centre.

  • Invitations and discounts to Orbost Exhibition Centre events and workshops

  • Standing invitation and free entry to all exhibition openings (requirement to RSVP during the early release period where tickets are limited)

  • Regular Members’ newsletter

  • The opportunity to connect with like-minded people, play a role in the future of the OEC and support the provision of arts and culture experiences in the region

  • 5% discount on all shop retail purchases

  • Invitation and free entry to annual members gala.

  • Discounts and perks with affiliates.

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Patron Member 2023 Application Fees:

  • Individual $100 

  • Family** $150 (Up to 2 adults and 3 dependents - additional dependents $25/each)

Voting Members

 

In addition to the rights set out by the model rules, VOTING MEMBERS receive:

  • Information about events, exhibitions, performances and workshops happening at the Centre.

  • Invitations to Orbost Exhibition Centre events and workshops

  • Standing invitation to all exhibition openings (requirement to RSVP during the early release period where tickets are limited)

  • Regular Members’ newsletter

  • The opportunity to connect with like-minded people and play a role in the future of the OEC.

  • Invitation to annual members gala.

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Voting Member 2023 Application Fees:

  • Individual $25

  • Family** $35 (Up to 2 adults and 3 dependents - additional dependents $5/each)

Membership payments can be upfront or via commitment to regular subscription.

 

*All members are approved at minuted monthly Committee meetings, and will be notified of the outcome of their application thereafter. In the rare event a member is not approved, they will be notified and the application fee refunded. A reason for rejection of an application need not be given.

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**1 vote per family, 2 adults and up to 3 dependents included in the base fee. Family members must reside at the same address. A dependent includes anyone under the age of 18, or with additional needs that prevent independent living.

Become a Member Today

  • Voting Member (Individual)

    25$
    The Voting Membership is the perfect way for individual's to join the OEC. Limited perks.
    Valid for 12 months
    • Access rights as set out by model rules incorporated assoc.
    • Receive information about what's on at the OEC
    • Invitations to events, workshops, etc.
    • Access early tickets to opening nights
    • Invitation to Annual Members Gala

  • Patron Member (Individual)

    100$
    The Patron Membership is the perfect way for individual's to support the OEC. It comes with perks!
    Valid for 12 months
    • Access rights as set out by model rules incorporated assoc.
    • Receive information about what's on at the OEC
    • Early invitations and tickets to events, etc.
    • Free entry to all opening nights (RSVP by deadline required)
    • Ticket to Annual Members Gala
    • Discounts and perks with affiliates (refer to members page)
    • 5% discount on all shop retail purchases

  • Voting Member (Family)

    35$
    The Voting Membership is the perfect way for family's to join the OEC. Limited perks.
    Valid for 12 months
    • Access rights as set out by model rules incorporated assoc.
    • Receive information about what's on at the OEC
    • Invitations to events, workshops, etc.
    • Access early tickets to opening nights
    • Invitation to Annual Members Gala
    • Note: One vote per family at AGMs, special meetings, etc.
    • Up to 2 adults and 3 dependents
    • Additional dependents can be added $5/each by contacting us

  • Patron Member (Family)

    150$
    The Patron Membership is the perfect way for family's to support the OEC. It comes with perks!
    Valid for 12 months
    • Note: One vote per family at AGMs, special meetings, etc.
    • Access rights as set out by model rules incorporated assoc.
    • Receive information about what's on at the OEC
    • Early invitations and tickets to events, etc.
    • Free entry to all opening nights (RSVP by deadline required)
    • Tickets to Annual Members Gala
    • Discounts and perks with affiliates (refer to members page)
    • 5% discount on all shop retail purchases
    • Up to 2 adults and 3 dependents
    • Additional dependents can be added $25/each by contacting us
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